befahren
Translation
to travel on, to drive on, to use (a road)
Examples
Diese Straße wird stark befahren.
This road is heavily traveled.
Schiffe befahren den Rhein.
Ships navigate the Rhine.
Grammar Patterns
((et4)) ((befahren)) to travel on ((sth.)) Many cars use this road.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bereisen, durchfahren
Etymology
Prefix 'be-' (upon) + 'fahren' (to drive, travel). To travel upon something, like a road or river.
Memory Tips
Think of 'be-DRIVING' ('be-fahren') on a road. The 'be-' prefix means the action is done *to* or *on* the object (the road).